Apple Valley chosen for HeartChase event

APPLE VALLEY • The town is among 50 cities in the nation chosen to host HeartChase, a community event geared towards promoting healthy living, according to a town press release.

HeartChase, presented by the American Heart Association, is a team-building event combining themes from TV reality shows “Amazing Race” and “Minute to Win It.” Teams of three to five people will attempt to uncover clues, solve puzzles and complete challenges in a race to the finish line, according to the press release.

HeartChase is among many activities offered through Healthy Apple Valley, a grant-based town program focused on helping local residents eat smart and get active.

The event will take place Feb. 18 at Civic Center Park, 14999 Dale Evans Parkway. Registration is $10 per person and is available through the town’s parks and recreation department. To sign up, call (760) 240-7880 or click on www.AVRecreation.org. For more information on HeartChase, click on www.heart chase.org.